EICR Cost UK
How much does an EICR cost for commercial properties, schools and multi-site buildings?
Fixed wire testing prices depend on the size of the installation, the number of circuits, access requirements and how your site operates. This page gives you a clear overview of what affects cost and how to plan properly.
If you are pricing an EICR, you are really pricing the time, labour and site planning needed to inspect and test your electrical installation safely. Cheap pricing with no structure usually ends in disruption, vague reporting or corners being cut. That’s not a bargain. That’s a future headache in a hi-vis jacket.
What Is Included in EICR Pricing?
An EICR, also known as fixed wire testing, involves inspection and testing of the fixed electrical installation within a building. That includes the circuits, boards, protective devices and key parts of the wiring system that need to be assessed for safety and compliance.
If you want the full service overview, visit our Fixed Wire Testing page.
Typical EICR Cost Guide
Commercial EICR pricing is usually based on the number of circuits and how easy the site is to access and test.
| Site Size / Circuit Range | Typical Price Guide | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Small site / lower circuit count | From around £300–£800+ | Smaller offices, units or simple installations |
| Medium commercial site | From around £800–£2,500+ | Depends heavily on access, downtime and distribution layout |
| Larger or multi-board installations | £2,500+ | Schools, multi-use sites and larger commercial buildings |
These figures are a guide only. The most accurate way to price an EICR is by understanding the number of circuits, the site layout and whether testing needs to be done out of hours or in phases.
What Affects Fixed Wire Testing Cost?
In simple terms, the more circuits, the more complexity, and the more restrictions around testing, the higher the cost.
Part of a Wider Electrical Compliance Plan
An EICR is often only one part of what a building needs. Many clients also require:
EICR Cost for Schools and Education Sites
Schools, academies and colleges often need fixed wire testing planned carefully around access, term times and safeguarding. That is why education pricing is often shaped as much by logistics as by raw circuit count.
If you manage an education site, see our Education Electrical Testing page for sector-specific support.
Looking for Regional Support?
We also support clients looking for electrical testing in Liverpool and surrounding areas, alongside wider commercial compliance services.
Common EICR Cost Questions
Why is fixed wire testing priced by circuits?
Because circuit count is one of the clearest indicators of how much testing work is involved.
Can you price an EICR without a site visit?
Sometimes yes, if the number of circuits and site details are known. For more complex buildings, a quick review usually produces a more accurate quote.
Is the cheapest EICR quote the best option?
Not usually. Poor planning, rushed testing and vague reporting can create bigger costs later.
